Powder Coating & Equipment Maintenance Technician

Powder Coating & Equipment Maintenance Technician

Position Summary

This role combines powder coating operations with responsibility for maintaining coating equipment, wash systems, and related production machinery. The technician ensures high-quality finishes while keeping all systems running efficiently and safely.

Key Responsibilities

Powder Coating Operations

• Prepare parts for coating (cleaning, masking, sanding, blasting)
• Apply powder coating using electrostatic spray equipment
• Load/unload parts onto racks or conveyor systems
• Monitor and control curing ovens (temperature, time, flow)
• Inspect coated parts for quality, thickness, and defects
• Rework or touch up as needed

Wash System Operations (Pre-Treatment)

• Operate and monitor parts washers and pretreatment systems
• Check chemical levels, pH, and temperature of wash tanks
• Perform routine cleaning of washer stages and nozzles
• Ensure proper drying before coating
• Troubleshoot contamination or adhesion issues

Equipment Maintenance

• Perform preventive maintenance on:

• Spray guns and powder systems

• Conveyor lines

• Ovens and curing systems

• Washers and pumps

• Clean and maintain filters, hoses, and spray booths

• Troubleshoot equipment issues and minimize downtime

• Coordinate with maintenance or supervisors for major repairs

• Keep maintenance logs and records

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in powder coating or industrial finishing preferred
• Basic mechanical and troubleshooting skills
• Understanding of pumps, motors, and fluid systems (for washers)
• Ability to read gauges, meters, and equipment settings
• Strong attention to detail and quality control

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with pretreatment systems (phosphate, zirconium, etc.)
• Knowledge of electrostatic coating systems
• OSHA safety knowledge
• Forklift or lift equipment certification

Work Environment

• Manufacturing/industrial setting
• Exposure to chemicals, heat, and moving equipment
• Required use of PPE (respirator, gloves, eye protection)

Physical Requirements

• Lift 25-50 lbs regularly
• Standing, bending, repetitive movement
• Ability to work in hot environments (ovens)

At AIS, we have a strong set of values that guide our business and help us align with our customers.

We listen to our Customers. We rely on our Employees. We honor Integrity. We embrace Continuous Learning. We lead with Design. We create Value. We work to make the World better.

EEO/AA Statement

As an EEO/AA employer, AIS will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, religion, height, weight, other protected group status, or any other basis protected by the laws where we employ people.

This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by members assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.